Civil Resistance
Make Good Trouble
Peaceful civil resistance is a time-honored part of American history.
Protest is an essential part of free speech.
Demonstrating in numbers is THE most effective way to combat authoritarianism.
Nonviolent civil resistance movements are THE most effective ways to combat authoritarianism.
Research has shown that in every movement where 3.5-5% of the population has engaged in civil resistance, that the movement has been successful.
It is important to learn how to be safe online and in the physical world under a repressive regime.
free speech is critical to functioning democracies
Hundreds of thousands of people have been peacefully protesting across the nation.
The protests have been calm, joyful, and a visual sign of solidarity.
Be prepared – Get out there – Embrace this Constitutional Right!
Know Your Rights
They can not search your phone without a warrant.
They must not use unnecessary force.
You must see a judge within 48 hours.
Economic Boycotts
Use your dollar to effectuate change. The collective financial power of the people can drive change.
Learn about nonviolent civil resistance.
See all the ways everyone can #Resist.
See the data behind nonviolent civil resistance.
Know Your Rights
Learn about phone surveillance when travelling, protest trainings, organizing events.
The 1st Amendment protects your right to assemble and protest.
It is recommended that you give your name and address to an officer. It is also recommended that you show them your ID.
Federal law enforcement may ask noncitizens to show proof of lawful status.
DC Public Defender Service: 202-824-2463
Join the ACLU: 202-457-0800
The Police Need a Warrant to Take & Search Your Phone.
Tesla shares have plunged nearly 40% since the beginning of the year and have fallen 55% from a record high in December. Tesla lost over $460 billion in market cap in the first quarter of 2025.
Target is down 10% in sales and stock price since rolling back its DEI policies. Costco, who upheld their diversity programs, have seen an increase of 7.7 million additional shoppers.
List of boycotts:
- Walmart – April 7-14
- Economic Blackout 2 – April 18
- General Mills – April 21-28
- Amazon Boycott 2 – May 6-12
- Walmart Boycott 2 – May 20 to 26
- Target Boycott – June 3 to 9
- McDonald’s Boycott – June 24 to 30
- Independence Day Boycott – July 4
Economic Boycotts Work
Help make our boycotts more targeted to the "real" players and therefore more effective.
Learn About different tactics
Find examples of what has been successful in other movements and why.
Protesting is so, so important but so are general tactics for civil resistance.
Find out about general strikes, what support you can offer if you don’t want to be in the streets, how every day actions can serve as a form of resistance, and how to stay safe no matter your involvement.
#Resist
Show Up & Speak Out
Stand up for Freedom, Equality & Democracy.
Speak out for the values that protect core American values.
Make Good Trouble to resist authoritarianism.
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